Baller’s Margarita: A Frozen Margarita

• 2 ozchampagne
• 1 ozblanco tequila
• 1/2 ozLicor 43
• 1 1/2 ozlime sherbet
• 1 cupice

Preparation

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   Rim a hurricane glass with salt and set aside. Add the Champagne, tequila, Licor 43, and lime sherbet to a blender and blend with the ice. Pour into the prepared glass and garnish. Lime Sherbet Muddle together 3 cups granulated sugar, 1⁄2 cup grated lime zest, and 1 1⁄2 tablespoons grated orange zest in a bowl. Add 2 1⁄3 cups lime juice, 2 cups water, 1⁄4 cup orange juice, 3 or 4 drops of orange flower water, and 2⁄3 cup heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the ingredients steep together in the refrigerator for about 1 hour, allowing the citrus oils to properly infuse into the sugar. Strain through a cheesecloth and transfer to an airtight container. The sherbet is ready to use after freezing for 3 to 5 hours. It will keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month. NOTECastro says store-bought lime sorbet or sherbet can be substituted, but he highly recommends trying the homemade version. “It’s like comparing Chips Ahoy! to homemade chocolate chip cookies.”